Founded in 1981, APC is a leading provider of global, end-to-end AC and DC-based backup power products and services, which include surge suppressors, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power conditioning equipment, power management software, and DC power systems as well as precision cooling equipment, and professional and consulting services for Nonstop Networking™. APC, known for Legendary Reliability™, sets the standard for quality, innovation, and support for power protection solutions from desktop systems to data center operations to entire facilities. Its comprehensive solutions, designed for home and corporate environments, improve the manageability, availability, and performance of all sizes of sensitive electronic, network, communication, and industrial equipment.

APC sets itself apart from the competition in several ways:

• Global one-stop solutions - APC provides worldwide access to "best-of-breed" offerings
• Financial strength - APC's financial strength makes it an attractive partner
• Efficient manufacturing - APC provides high-quality products to customers worldwide
• Innovative product offerings - APC designs solutions to address "real" customer needs.

CISNET is a registered partner of APC. More information about APC can be found at www.apc.com